Prep: 10 Crispy Fried Shrimp Bowls that only take 25 minutes to make! As a busy mom of 3, the fact that I can make this so easily in such a short time is such a win. This is not your typical healthy protein bowl situation! This is comfort food meets fried food meets healthy wholesome ingredients with next-level flavor. If you’ve been looking to mix it up with a fun new dinner idea, then these flavorful Fried Shrimp Bowls are for you!
Fried Shrimp Bowls Recipe
I’ve been loving these bowls lately! The crispy, seasoned shrimp over cooked rice, veggies, and mango, and brought together with a creamy sweet chili sauce – SO good. They’re easy to make and even my kids love them! While other fried shrimp recipes may seem intimidating, my recipe is all about a no-fuss method that’s super easy to put together in just a few minutes.
Make them gluten-free if you want, swap out ingredients to taste, and add any veggies or toppings you want. You get perfectly crispy shrimp that pair perfectly with these healthy bowl ingredients every single time!
What You’ll Love About This Bowl Recipe
- 25 Minutes – That’s it! Perfect for busy weeknights.
- Easy to Make – These bowls are incredibly easy to put together.
- Healthy Ingredients – Made with healthier breading, almost any type of flour, and lots of vegetables in the bowls. This is the best healthy dinner recipe!
- So Flavorful – Garlicky breaded shrimp with a sweet chili lime sauce and the perfect balance of warm edamame, fresh cucumber, and sweet mango. There’s so much flavor here!
- Can Easily Be Made Gluten-Free – Swap out the flour for a gluten-free (or even fine almond flour) to easily make these bowls gluten-free!
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Ingredients for Fried Shrimp
- Medium Shrimp
- All-purpose flour – Or gluten-free as needed. Fine almond flour would work as well!
- Eggs
- Cauliflower Breadcrumbs – Feel free to use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs.
- Paprika/Garlic Powder/Salt
- Avocado Oil (opens in a new tab)
Ingredients for Shrimp Bowls
Creamy Sweet Chili Sauce:
- Plain Greek Yogurt – Or light mayo!
- Sweet Chili Sauce (opens in a new tab)
- Lime, juiced
For Serving:
- Cooked Rice (opens in a new tab)
- Cucumber (sliced)
- Edamame (shelled)
- Mangos (sliced or cubed)
How to Make Fried Shrimp
- Combine the breadcrumbs with seasoning.
- Set 3 bowls out – one with the flour, one with the whisked eggs, and one with the seasoned breadcrumbs.
- Dip each shrimp in the flour, then in the eggs, and then coat in the breadcrumbs.
- Place the shrimp in a non-stick pan (opens in a new tab) and fry in avocado oil for about 2-3 minutes on each side.
TIP: I recommend using this splash guard (opens in a new tab) for frying shrimp! Trust me, it’s a game-changer.
Making the Shrimp Bowls
- Whisk the sauce ingredients together until smooth.
- Divide the cooked rice between bowls.
- Arrange the cucumber, edamame, and mango around the rice.
- Top with the crispy fried shrimp.
- Drizzle the sweet chili sauce over the bowls.
How to Store
If you have any leftovers, store the shrimp and the bowl ingredients separately. This helps keep the shrimp crispy! Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to eat, reheat the shrimp in an oven or air fryer to maintain the crispiness, and then assemble the bowls.
Crispy Shrimp Variations
- Spicy: Add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture for an extra kick.
- Coconut: Use coconut flakes mixed with breadcrumbs for a tropical twist!
- Herbed: Mix finely chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro into the breadcrumb mixture for the best herby flavor.
- Sauteed: Not feeling the breading? Leave it out entirely and simply saute the shrimp in a pan with about 1-2 Tablespoons of oil!
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- Kung Pao Shrimp Tacos with Jalapeño Sauce
- Easy Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
- Spicy Grilled Shrimp w/ Pineapple Sauce
More Healthy Bowl Recipes
- Honey Sesame Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
- Turkey Taco Bowl
- Honey Glazed Salmon Bowls
- Korean Beef Bowls
- Harissa Veggie Bowls
- Hot Honey Chicken Bowls
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Fried Shrimp (Easy Bowl Recipe)
Ingredients
- 16 ounces medium deveined shrimp
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free as needed)
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup cauliflower breadcrumbs (or gluten-free panko)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup avocado oil (opens in a new tab)
Sauce
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayo)
- 3-4 Tablespoons sweet chili sauce (opens in a new tab)
- 1/2 medium lime, juiced
For Serving
- 2 cups cooked rice (opens in a new tab)
- 1 medium cucumber (sliced)
- 1 1/2 cups shelled edamame
- 2 small mangos (sliced or cubed)
Instructions
- Add the flour to a shallow dish.
- Whisk the eggs into another shallow dish and set aside.
- In a third dish, add the breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic, and salt and whisk to combine.
- Dip each shrimp in the flour, then egg, then the breadcrumb mixture and set aside. Repeat with all shrimp.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, fry the shrimp on both sides for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
- Whisk together the ingredients for the sauce.
- Assemble the bowls with the rice, veggies, edamame, mango, fried shrimp, and a drizzle of the sauce on top. I also like some cilantro or green onion on top and red pepper flakes for spice!
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